Symrise is a global supplier of fragrances and flavors, cosmetic active ingredients, as well as functional ingredients. Your Role As the local HR reference, this role supports a positive employee experience, healthy social climate, and successful organizational change. Working closely with HR Operations and Centers of Expertise (CoEs), the HRBP ensures consistent, efficient HR processes and acts as a key link between HR strategy and local business needs. Scope & Stakeholder Management HR responsibility for ~200 employees across 4 locations (Parets del Vallès, Cervera, and Barcelona offices). HR partner for 20-35 managers; trusted advisor to the local leadership team. Close collaboration with regional (EAME) stakeholders to support business strategy. Strategic HR & Workforce Management Contribute to local HR strategy in alignment with regional and integral priorities. Drive local workforce planning, headcount accuracy, and people analytics. Support and cascade global and regional organizational changes locally. Employee Relations & Social Climate Manage employee relations topics, including conflicts, grievances, and disciplinary matters. Lead day-to-day union and works council relations, ensuring legal compliance. Talent,



TA & Rewards Partner with Talent Acquisition to support effective hiring strategies. About You University degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related field. Experience as an HR Business Partner supporting industrial or manufacturing functions, or in a comparable HR role within a multinational or matrix organization. Strong knowledge of Spanish employment legislation and practical application in a business context. Strong analytical mindset, with experience using HR data and insights to support decision‑ Ability to build trusted relationships with managers and employees at all levels. Strong communication, influencing, and stakeholder management skills. Business‑oriented and strategic mindset, with the ability to align HR initiatives with business needs. Fluency in Spanish and English; additional languages (Catalan, French, German) are a plus. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non‑disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

📌 HR & Payroll Business Partner (Barcelona)
🏢 Symrise
📍 Barcelona